TEST - Cardiovascular System

Front

What is the term for the widening of blood vessels?

Back

Vasodilation

Front

Which activity is NOT listed in the active stage?

Back

Sitting at rest

Front

How do you calculate the beats per minute from your pulse?

Back

Multiply by 4

Front

What is the connection between heart rate and pulse rate?

Back

They are the same

Front

Where does the blood in #6 go?

Back

Left lung

Front

What is the main function of the cardiovascular system?

Back

To transport blood, nutrients, and oxygen throughout the body.

Front

What is the role of the heart in the cardiovascular system?

Back

To pump blood to all parts of the body.

Front

What are the two main types of blood vessels?

Back

Arteries and veins.

Front

What is the function of arteries?

Back

To carry oxygenated blood away from the heart.

Front

What is the function of veins?

Back

To carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.